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Earl Larkins

Madison,WI

Summary

Driven professional with a proven track record at Exact Sciences Laboratories, enhancing lab efficiency and data accuracy through advanced laboratory techniques and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in sample preparation and chemical handling, I excel in streamlining processes and implementing protocols, significantly improving workflow productivity. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and scientific writing abilities, contributing to high-quality results and operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Walmart
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
  • Provided backup support at checkout lanes during high-volume periods to minimize customer wait times during overnight hours.
  • Assisted with special projects or displays as needed, ensuring timely completion and alignment with store goals.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, consistently lending assistance when needed for timely task completion.

Pizza Maker

Papa John's Pizza
11.2016 - 10.2019
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.

Specimen Processing Associate

Exact Sciences Laboratories
04.2022 - 11.2023


  • Increased productivity by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional metric performance.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase workflow productivity and engagement.
  • Working with Specimens to help deliever patient results via clinical lab testing/data entry.

Workflow Coordinator

Exact Sciences Laboratories
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Scheduled production meetings with other members of leadership to work through bottleneck kinks in our lab operations.
  • Communicated with team members to enforce performance and quality standards.
  • Manage shift and help delegate responsibilities between myself peers, including members of leadership.
  • Optimized tasks and procedures resulting in reduced workload for clinical lab associates and increased efficiency.
  • Coordinate with clinical science department ensuring their help was accurately achieved.

Clinical Lab Associate II

Exact Sciences Laboratories
02.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced data accuracy through meticulous record-keeping and attention to detail.
  • Increased lab efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new protocols.
  • Participated in routine maintenance schedules for all laboratory instruments, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or calibration issues.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials .

Education

East High School
Madison, WI
06.2015

Skills

  • Laboratory techniques
  • Sample Preparation
  • Chemical Handling
  • Scientific Writing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ability to work under Stress Conditions

Accomplishments

Promotion through Exact Sciences from Specimen Processing Associate to Workflow Coordinator

Timeline

Clinical Lab Associate II

Exact Sciences Laboratories
02.2024 - Current

Workflow Coordinator

Exact Sciences Laboratories
11.2023 - 02.2024

Specimen Processing Associate

Exact Sciences Laboratories
04.2022 - 11.2023

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Walmart
05.2019 - 01.2023

Pizza Maker

Papa John's Pizza
11.2016 - 10.2019

East High School
Earl Larkins